THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 21 MARTINS | FROM PAGE 19 and community organization to amplify their reach and assist more residents as a result. I am about creating relationships and being a bridge. The work has only begun and I am proud to have added to the progress of the city. As I conclude this first term and return to your door to ask for your continued support, I respectfully ask that you vote Martins for Ward 2 on November 2nd. Please note that while I will continue to work hard for the entire city, my name will only appear on the Ward 2 ballot. Please know that you can always reach me as I work for you. You can follow me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ stephforeverett and on Twitter and Instagram @stephforeverett. More information about my work for you and my background can be found on www. stephaniemartins.com. Thank you for your continued trust and support! PORTAL | FROM PAGE 20 George Romvos, volunteers his time working with military families affected by abuse. “In addition to having the opportunity to help others, the best part of the job is in meeting people along the way who want to get involved at PTH,” said Deborah Fallon. “We would not be the organization that we are today if it wasn’t for the people who have partnered with us, working to end domestic violence.” Today, PTH remains one of six Massachusetts nonprofits serving survivors of domestic violence onsite at medical facilities, thanks to its long-standing partnership with MelroseWakefield Healthcare. Its law enforcement program serves as a model for other agencies to adopt, and PTH enhanced its partnership with the Medford Police Department, where Police Chief Jack Buckley created space for PTH to open up a new office onsite at the new station. This year, PTH opened a new Legal Aid office in Malden thanks to the help of the Mallon Family and Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant support administered by the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance. Services provided by PTH to victims of domestic violence crime include emergency shelter, limited legal aid, job and housing search assistance and other victim advocacy. PTH’s youth programs continue to adapt to community needs through the help of Everett MayPORTAL | SEE PAGE 29
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